Karen Ripley

Karen Ripley obituary, Simcoe, ON

Karen Ripley

Karen Ripley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 19, 2022.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Karen Ripley (nee Sallows). She died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on March 15, 2022, at the age of 78 years. Predeceased by her husband, William Ripley (Ollie). Cherished mother of Barry Ripley, Ivy Ripley (Brian), Tammy Bailey (Bill), and Bill Ripley (Denise). Loving grandmother of Ashley Ripley (Dustin), Miranda MacGuire (Adam), Jordan Bailey (Erica), Tawney Ripley (Matt), Stephanie Ripley (Joe), Nicole Butler (Roger), Steven Pilon (Blair). Loving great-grandmother of Landyn Beausoleil, Haidyn MacGuire, Kinsley MacGuire, Rylan Ripley-Hill, Leighton Ripley-Hill, Logan Contois, Ruvic West, Olivia Nauss, Miracle Butler, Hunter Pilon, and Ryder Pilon. Predeceased by her parents, Charles Sallows and Loreen Sallows. Predeceased by her siblings, Rodney Sallows, Jamie Sallows and Cindy Sallows. Beloved sister of Sharon Woods (Carl), Heather Marion (Bob), Holly Sallows, Shane Sallows (Danielle) and Sister-in-law, Shirley Sallows. She will be missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations to a charity of your choice are greatly appreciated. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, March 27, 2022, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Phil's Pub and Eatery located at 519 Hugel Avenue, Midland, Ontario.
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